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Burns and scalds in young children

… normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders such as anxiety and … normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders such as anxiety and …

Preventing choking in babies and young children For child care providers

… 110b Child Nutrition Series Anyone who provides care to babies and young children must be aware of the risks of …

Dehydration Drinking Enough Fluids Babies and Young Children

… It is important that your child drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration. Not … the weather gets hot or when your child is getting more exercise, he or she needs more to … the weather gets hot or when your child is getting more exercise, he or she needs more to …

Heat-related illness in infants and young children

… due to a high metabolism and less effective kidneys, putting them at a higher risk of … due to a high metabolism and less effective kidneys, putting them at a higher risk of …

Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People

… as cough syrups and cold pills to get high. Anabolic steroids , which young people use to build … as cough syrups and cold pills to get high. Anabolic steroids , which young people use to …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… day. Extreme heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young … Syndrome (SIDS). For more information, visit: HealthLinkBC File #46 Sleep related infant … . For more information on sun safety, visit: HealthLinkBC File #26 Sun safety for children …

Fitness Staying Active When You Have Young Children

… or do yoga. Use cans of food as hand weights. Or try exercising with rubber tubing … or do yoga. Use cans of food as hand weights. Or try exercising with rubber tubing …

Preventing Tooth Decay in Young Children

… your baby. Also, don't "clean" your baby's pacifier with your mouth. Prevent prolonged … your baby. Also, don't "clean" your baby's pacifier with your mouth. Prevent prolonged …

Preventing Poisoning in Young Children

… Overview If you have a possible poisoning emergency, call 9-1-1 or your local … substances or get them on his or her skin. Young children have the highest risk of … products or items away from children. Preventing poisoning Choose the least …

Gastroesophageal Reflux in Babies and Children

Condition Basics What is gastroesophageal reflux in babies and children? Gastroesophageal reflux happens when food and stomach acid flow from the stomach back into the esophagus . The esophagus is …